Water Quality in Manchester, NH (03281)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 03281.
Active Health Violations
7 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 90% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
9,170
Population
30
Water Systems
47
Violations (5yr)
7
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (30)
Manchester Water Works
Pennichuck Water Works
Cold Springs Campground/Ph
Chase Park
All Seasons Condos
All resolvedCountry Three Corners
Autumn Hills Campground
Cold Springs 3/West
South Weare Water
5 health-basedCollins Landing
Fred Roberts
Cold Springs Campground
Blackbird Market And Deli
1 health-basedMountain View Village
Evergreen Drive Water
1 health-basedWeare Village Kidz Academy
All resolvedSugar Hill Manor Mhp
Kuncanowet Hills Mobile Home
Lakeshore Village Resort
Weare Town Offices
All resolvedCountry Kids Childcare
Shooters Bar And Grill
Sugar And Spice Pre School
Weare Library/Town Hall
Granite State Telephone
Route 114 Village Plaza
Roots And Wings Sch
All resolvedIron Works Market
Cold Springs Rv Corporation
Townhouse Apartments
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Manchester (03281) has more violations than 90% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 47.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.